School of Journalism and Communication (Communication Studies) – Assistant Professor (Application Closing Date: October 20, 2014) The School of Journalism and Communication invites applications from qualified candidates for a preliminary tenure-track appointment in Communication Studies at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning July 1, 2015. Candidates should demonstrate strong potential to be leading scholars and effective teachers whose research interrogates the relationship between big data, surveillance, privacy and/or ethics. Ideal candidates may be working in a variety of areas, such as, but not limited to: algorithmic culture, cyber-security, data mining and scraping, analytics, digital archiving, cultures of mobility, sousveillance practices, user generated content, and spatial and locative media. We welcome applications from candidates exploring critical, ethically inflected questions about big data from a political economy, policy or cultural studies and humanities perspective. Candidates who are committed to making policy and regulatory interventions in the Canadian and/or international contexts are particularly desirable, as are those who are working with civil society organizations. The successful candidate will be expected to participate in both undergraduate and graduate teaching and mentoring, and share in the administrative duties of the School. Communication Studies is a research-intensive unit within the School of Journalism and Communication, offering programs of study leading to undergraduate (BA) and graduate (MA, PhD) degrees. Our approach to both research and the teaching of communication is broad and interdisciplinary, focusing on the critical analysis of media and communication industries, institutions, practices, and effects. Qualified candidates must possess a Ph.D. in Communication or a related discipline by the date of the appointment, however outstanding ABD candidates who are close to completion may also be considered. Candidates should show evidence of theoretical sophistication in their writing, possess an emerging publication record and demonstrate potential to attract external funding, graduate students and postdoctoral fellows. Consistent with Carleton University’s focus on teaching excellence, the successful candidate will be committed to developing innovative approaches to pedagogy, encouraging creative and critical inquiry, and empowering students to become active citizens. We expect the successful candidate to teach existing courses in our undergraduate and graduate programs, and to develop new courses in their area of specialization. Candidates should prepare a zipped electronic dossier that includes: a signed cover letter; current curriculum vitae; a statement outlining current and future research plans; a sample graduate seminar course syllabus in the candidate’s area of specialization; one writing sample; and the names and contact information of 3 referees. Candidates who are considered for an interview will be asked to arrange for letters of reference and should advise their referees of this possibility. Please submit your completed application materials in a zipped folder to Ms. Carole Craswell, Administrator, School of Journalism and Communication <Carole.Craswell@Carleton.ca>. All documents should be addressed to the attention of Dr. Josh Greenberg, Director, School of Journalism and Communication, Carleton University, 1125 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, K1S 5B6. Inquiries about the position should be directed to Dr. Greenberg via email <Joshua.Greenberg@Carleton.ca>. The deadline for applications is October 20, 2014. Please indicate in your application if you are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada. Located in Ottawa, Ontario, Carleton University is a dynamic and innovative research and teaching institution committed to developing solutions to real world problems by pushing the boundaries of knowledge and understanding daily. Its internationally recognized faculty, staff, researchers, and librarians provide more than 27,000 full- and part-time students from every province and more than 100 countries around the world with academic opportunities in more than 65 programs of study. Carleton’s creative, interdisciplinary, and international approach to research has led to many significant discoveries and creative work in science and technology, business, governance, public policy, and the arts. Minutes from downtown, Carleton University is located on a beautiful campus, bordered by the Rideau River and the Rideau Canal. With over 12 national museums and the spectacular Gatineau Park close by, there are many excellent recreational opportunities for individuals and families to enjoy. The City of Ottawa, with a population of almost one million, is Canada’s capital city and reflects the country’s bilingual and multicultural character. Carleton’s location in the nation’s capital provides many opportunities for research with groups and institutions that reflect the diversity of the country. Carleton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within its community as a source of excellence, cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our University including, but not limited to, women, visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Those applicants that are selected for an interview will be requested to contact the Chair of the Search Committee as soon as possible to discuss any accommodation requirements. Arrangements will be made to accommodate requests in a timely manner. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. All positions are subject to budgetary approval. http://carleton.ca/facultyrecruitment/2014/school-of-journalism-and-communic... -- Merlyna Lim, Ph.D. Canada Research Chair in Digital Media & Global Network Society School of Journalism & Communication, Carleton University 4215 River Building 1125 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa, ON, K1S 5B6 1 (613) 520-2600 ext 1641 Merlyna.Lim@carleton.ca http://merlyna.org